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jednp · 08-23-2006, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ko3000

dude, i dont know what u guys r doing with your guns but rust seems to be a real issue with a good amount of members on this forum.. I have not seen a spec of rust on any of my XD's nor on any of my guns for that matter, and i live a 1/4 mile of the beach. If you take care of it properly no rust should develop..

I had armadillo heavily coated on my slide, and 1 day in the trunk in a case gave it specs of rust on the slide. They easily wiped off with some oil, and haven't come back since. But, I haven't had my gun in a case in a trunk since then either. And in my safe, I use a dessicant bag and a vapor tablet to combat rust. I'm considering leaving my gun in the case in the trunk for a day, just to see what happens again. If it rusts, I think I will probably contact SA about it.

jednp · 08-23-2006, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by xjronx

I've tried a bunch of different products.

I gave it to a gunsmith to have the sights installed. He broke the rear one, and had to send them both back to the manufacturer for replacement. By the time i got my XD back 4 months had passed. The smith did a piss poor job and really mangled the sides of the sights. But there was no rust after 4 months. Unless the guy cleaned it before giving it back. He didn't seem like that nice of a person.

I cleaned it and put it away. 2 weeks later ^.

I've been looking for some dessicant to place in the safe. I might have to eat alot of beef jerky to get enough. Its a small one that i keep next to my bed in case of an emergency.

They make big dessicant packs you can get. Go to cabelas and type in dessicant, you should find some there. They're rechargeable by placing them in teh oven to cook moisture out.

Chayak · 08-23-2006, 10:38 PM

Rust = neglect

jeff221 · 08-23-2006, 10:45 PM

Those blue bags work well for extended storage.

jednp · 08-23-2006, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chayak

Rust = neglect

not always. I clean my XD after every single trip to the range, and did so prior to my 1 day storage in a trunk with having armadillo on the slide heavily. Rust formed. I don't classify that as neglect. the one time my gun was exposed to an environment that could rust it, and it rusted? that is honestly only time it has been in any situation that can cause rust, so I'd say neglect wasn't the issue. Especially since I coated the slide heavily with armadillo to help protect from rust.

jeff221 · 08-23-2006, 11:15 PM

Should I be concerned about the guns in my Pelican case, it's waterproof and such...

I just bought a Desiccant for the case off E-Bay, but before it arrives, is this something I should be concerned about?

The Tengu · 08-24-2006, 12:37 AM

This is what happened when I returned my XD-9 Bi-Tone to Springfield to be refinished under warranty:

"Refinished" Under Warranty - Reply from SA!

I no longer own any XD's.

chupacabrachus · 08-24-2006, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chayak

Rust = neglect

Wrong.

**Old School** · 08-24-2006, 08:32 AM

It's odd how some have issue with rust and others do not. I can see why it is tough for SA to fix the issue. All I can tell you what I do to keep rust away.

1. I wipe down my slide with a light oil (XFR or EEZOX) and let it dry.
2. I apply Armadillo and buff.
3. Repeat step 2.
4. Put away for storage, handing on hooks

In my gun closet I have two golden rods and a dehumidifier. Not sure what helps, but in 3+ years none of my XDs have rusted. If you don't control moisture and protect the metal, you will have rust.

Keep in mind that some people have caustic pH levels.

I have never seen a grip safety rust up like that.

OS

ko3000 · 08-24-2006, 08:42 AM

I think we all know by now that rust is an issue with the XD platform.. However I think it blows that a gun named Xtreme Duty would not be able to withstand a day or two in the trunk of a car, I cant hardly call that Xtreme!!

Because of this rust issue and the fact that I carry daily I have started carrying my Sig much more than my XD9 Sub. I got a bit tired of having to wipe it down every night and be so cautious with a work tool. oh well, carrying the sig doesnt make me disappointed

But not really wanting to carry my XD's (with the exclusion of the XD45) does make me a bit frustrated.

08-23-2006, 10:38 PM	#13
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08-23-2006, 10:45 PM	#14
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08-23-2006, 11:15 PM	#16
jeff221 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 2,364	Should I be concerned about the guns in my Pelican case, it's waterproof and such... I just bought a Desiccant for the case off E-Bay, but before it arrives, is this something I should be concerned about? __________________ Springfield XD40 Sub-Compact Bi-Tone (.40S&W) Springfield XD9 Tactical Black (9mm) Springfield G.I. Milspec Stainless 1911-A1 (.45 ACP) Kimber Raptor II 1911 (.45 ACP) Kel-Tec P-3AT (.380 ACP) Charter Arms "Off Duty" Revolver (.38 Spl) Ruger 22/45 Mark III (.22 LR) Smith&Wesson M&P15A 16in AR-15 (.223/5.56 NATO) BushMaster Carbon-15 (.22 LR) BushMaster XM15 E2S 20in AR-15 (.223/5.56 NATO) Stoeger P350 Tactical Pump Shotgun (12 Gauge) Winchester Black Model98 Canon (10 Gauge)

08-24-2006, 12:37 AM	#17
The Tengu XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,773	This is what happened when I returned my XD-9 Bi-Tone to Springfield to be refinished under warranty: "Refinished" Under Warranty - Reply from SA! I no longer own any XD's. __________________ The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17 years of age and, except as provided in section 313 of title 32, under 45 years of age who are, or who have made a declaration of intention to become, citizens of the United States and of female citizens of the United States who are members of the National Guard. United States Code, Title 10, section 311, paragraph (a)

08-24-2006, 08:32 AM	#19
Old School XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 7,630	It's odd how some have issue with rust and others do not. I can see why it is tough for SA to fix the issue. All I can tell you what I do to keep rust away. 1. I wipe down my slide with a light oil (XFR or EEZOX) and let it dry. 2. I apply Armadillo and buff. 3. Repeat step 2. 4. Put away for storage, handing on hooks In my gun closet I have two golden rods and a dehumidifier. Not sure what helps, but in 3+ years none of my XDs have rusted. If you don't control moisture and protect the metal, you will have rust. Keep in mind that some people have caustic pH levels. I have never seen a grip safety rust up like that. OS __________________ Visit www.pistolgear.com for all of your XD needs!

08-24-2006, 08:42 AM	#20
ko3000 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 372	I think we all know by now that rust is an issue with the XD platform.. However I think it blows that a gun named Xtreme Duty would not be able to withstand a day or two in the trunk of a car, I cant hardly call that Xtreme!! Because of this rust issue and the fact that I carry daily I have started carrying my Sig much more than my XD9 Sub. I got a bit tired of having to wipe it down every night and be so cautious with a work tool. oh well, carrying the sig doesnt make me disappointed But not really wanting to carry my XD's (with the exclusion of the XD45) does make me a bit frustrated. __________________ XD45 ACP Service XD9sc OD Green Sig Pro 2022 S&W Model 442 .38+P Glock 17 "Jodie" (Pitbull)

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